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This literary term refers to the use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities in a story.
What is symbolism?
"I woke up to the sound of birds chirping outside my window, and I stretched lazily, knowing it was going to be a beautiful day."
What is First-Person?
"In a small village, a young boy named Jack dreams of adventures beyond the fields he tends."
What is exposition?
This poetic device involves creating vivid and sensory-rich descriptions that appeal to the reader's five senses.
What is imagery?
This literary genre blends elements of the supernatural or magical with everyday, ordinary settings and characters.
What is magical realism?
This form of poetry consists of 14 lines, typically written in iambic pentameter, and follows a specific rhyme scheme. Usually a love song of sorts.
What is a sonnet?
"You walk into the old bookstore, the bell above the door ringing as you enter. The musty smell of old books surrounds you as you browse the shelves."
What is Second-Person?
"With newfound camaraderie, Jack and his friends return to the village, forever changed by the shared adventure and memories they created together."
What is resolution?
This poetic technique involves providing clear and detailed descriptions without leaving room for ambiguity or interpretation.
What is explicit details?
I don't know what is going to happen next.
What is suspense?
This technique in storytelling creates a sense of anticipation and tension in the reader or audience, often by withholding key information.
What is suspense?
"John watched as the train pulled away from the platform, taking her further and further away. He couldn't help but feel a twinge of sadness as he waved goodbye, wondering how she felt about leaving."
What is Third-Person Limited?
"Jack and his friends confront the treacherous cave filled with traps and puzzles, claiming the long-lost treasure his father left for him."
What is climax?
This type of poem is a narrative or a story that uses symbolic characters and events to convey a deeper meaning or moral lesson. Think good vs bad.
What is an allegory?
This tone is used to helps readers believe the story.
What is a normal tone?
This term in a narrative refers to the turning point or high point of tension and drama in the plot.
What is climax?
"As the sun set over the quiet town, Mrs. Johnson sat on her porch, knitting a scarf for her granddaughter. Across the street, Mr. Anderson tended to his garden, humming a cheerful tune. Little did they know that fate was about to bring them together."
What is Third-Person Omniscient?
"One day, while exploring the woods, Jack stumbles upon a mysterious map that leads to hidden treasure."
What is rising action?
In poetry, this term refers to the emotional associations and implications attached to a word or phrase beyond its literal meaning. Ex.) hot vs. scorching
What is a connotation?
This literary genre often features mysterious and eerie settings, supernatural elements, and an emphasis on emotions and psychological states.
What is gothic literature?
This literary genre, often associated with mystery, horror, and the supernatural, features gloomy settings, eerie atmosphere, and often explores the darker aspects of human nature.
What is Gothic Literature?
DAILY DOUBLE
"I navigate a bustling party, my heart racing as I catch glimpses of friends, strangers, and my love interest, David. We only shared brief eye-contact, he seemed to be doing alright. He even asked me how my day was, what a nice guy that David."
"After surviving various challenges, Jack unearths the ancient chest, only to discover that the real treasure was the friendships they formed along the journey."
What is falling action?
This complex form of poetry consists of six stanzas with six lines each, followed by a final three-line stanza called an envoi. The same six end-words are repeated throughout the poem in a specific pattern.
What is a sestina?
In J.K. Rowling's "Harry Potter" series, readers willingly accept the existence of wizards, magical creatures, and flying broomsticks, even though these elements contradict our real-world experiences.
What is suspension of disbelief?